Islamic Scholar & Political Theorist
Mohamad Al-Mail has been subjected to political persecution in Kuwait due to his criticism of state policies and his leadership of the Upper Hand Organization.
Mohamad Al-Mail dedicated his youth to Islamic scholarship. He studied under established Islamic scholars, participated in mosques and Islamic centers, and pursued both formal and independent education in religious sciences. By his teenage years, he was leading prayers, reciting the Qur'an, and delivering speeches—activities that would later be reframed by authorities as evidence of extremism.
Founded Upper Hand Organization
Founded Upper Hand Organization in Kuwait — a global Islamic organization.
Government Scholarship to UK
Sent by Kuwait's Ministry of Education on a government scholarship to the United Kingdom to study political science.
Smear Campaign Begins
MPs, activists, media outlets, and local newspapers in Kuwait launched a coordinated smear campaign against Upper Hand and its founder.
MP Hamoud Al-Hamdan submitted parliamentary questions.
Sentenced in Absentia & Granted Asylum
Kuwait's Criminal Court sentenced him in absentia to 10 years in prison.
The UK granted him political asylum.
A legal complaint was filed to the Kuwait Communications Authority demanding his website be blocked.
Additional court rulings issued in absentia.
Additional Conviction
Convicted again in absentia for "undermining the judiciary" — sentenced to more time in prison.
Two More Prison Sentences
Two additional prison sentences issued in absentia.
Total of 8 Prison Sentences
Three more prison verdicts issued in absentia, bringing the total to 8 prison sentences.
International Attention
British MP Gareth Richard Thomas submitted a parliamentary question about his case.
Interpol confirmed: No red notice or international warrant has been issued against Mohamad Al-Mail.
Another in absentia prison sentence issued in Kuwait.
Partial Amnesty Granted
Emir Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah issued an Amiri Decree granting partial amnesty, covering some charges.
Several MPs — Hisham Al-Saleh, Ahmed Al-Hamad, and Saleh Ashour — criticized the exclusion of his remaining cases.
Citizenship Revoked
Emir Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah issued Amiri Decree No. 201/2025, revoking Mohamad Al-Mail's Kuwaiti citizenship.
MPs demand accountability for sectarian Upper Hand Organization
April 6, 2016Hend Al-Sabeeh: Upper Hand Organization is unlicensed and we did not allow it to collect donations
September 4, 2016
Upper Hand spreads disbelief and heresy
April 8, 2016
MPs: "Upper Hand Organization" insults the Companions and incites strife
April 8, 2016
Mutai, Al-Turaiji, and Al-Hariji demand the government hold Upper Hand accountable
April 8, 2016
"Upper Hand" stirs new sectarian strife... parliamentary demand to deter it legally
April 8, 2016
Parliamentary demand to hold "Upper Hand" organization accountable
April 8, 2016"Upper Hand Organization" is predominantly sectarian and attacks the best of creation after the prophets
May 15, 2016
Referring "Upper Hand" account to the prosecution
April 8, 2016Former Kuwaiti Ambassador Ahmad Al-Dawas: Ministry of Interior... protect Kuwait from these people
August 30, 2016
MPs call for applying National Unity Law on "Upper Hand" organization
April 8, 2016Al-Hamdan asks about "Upper Hand" and its affiliation with terrorists
May 15, 2016
Al-Khaled: Upper Hand Organization seeks to undermine the fundamental systems in the country
August 29, 2016
Upper Hand Organization is managed by a citizen who is not present in the country
August 30, 2016
Kuwaiti court sentences a clergyman to prison on charges of joining a banned group and spreading sedition
February 14, 2017
Al-Mail, an outspoken government critic who has been handed multiple prison sentences in absentia, was stripped of his Kuwaiti citizenship on 19 October.
December 11, 2025
Political opponent Mohamad Al-Mail, 28, a refugee in the United Kingdom since 2017, was deprived of his nationality on October 12. No justification was provided to him.
January 8, 2026
We advocate for civil peace, peaceful coexistence, and national unity.
Regardless of the terminology used, the meaning is clear.
However, we must not restrict the space for dialogue.
Dialogue enables us to converse, debate, critique, and coexist peacefully.
This is what we stand for.
Every doctrine, by its very nature, is founded on the negation of other doctrines.
Islam, for instance, rejects Christianity and other religions as ultimate truth.
The same applies to Judaism, Christianity, and all other religions.
Every religion and every ideology operates this way.
Atheism, for example, denies the existence of God.
Thus, atheists reject the concept of God and religious belief systems.
No doctrine exists without inherently negating alternative doctrines.
This is a self-evident and logical principle that requires no further explanation.
...he went to the United Kingdom to study at the expense of Kuwait. His name is Mohamad Al-Mail.
Search for Mohamad Al-Mail on YouTube and see what he says. Do you accept these beliefs that destroy Islam? Just accepting them ends the discussion. I heard what he said and understood it.
The so-called "Upper Hand Organization" has no more than five members. I'm talking about their actual organization.
I don't know how many followers they have. I'm not a researcher traveling the world to count them.
I went to London. When you say "organization," you expect many people. But this is just four or five people—no more than the fingers of one hand—who call themselves an "organization."
How do I know this? I went and saw it myself. If you have different information...
Hani Hussein has never set foot in the Upper Hand Organization's offices.
Fact: Mohamad Al-Mail conducted his activities through legitimate channels in Kuwait.
Fact: Upper Hand Organization is an Islamic organization that works with and for Muslims wherever they are.
"ICSRF confirmed that the Amiri Decree No. 8 of 2023 granting amnesty to Kuwaiti opposition figure Mohamad Salman Al-Mail did not grant a full amnesty, but rather a partial amnesty for four out of thirteen cases."
December 31, 2023
"We have questions that I direct to the committee that prepared the list of names: Why were certain names excluded from this amnesty such as Mohamad Salman Al-Mail."
November 28, 2023
"I had hoped that the government would publish the names of those included in the amnesty without selectivity, but as usual, its approach is crooked. Absent from the disclosure were the names of Mohamad Al-Mail."
November 27, 2023
"The Emiri amnesty did not include Mohamad Salman Al-Mail... It should be noted that their names were included in the previous amnesty, but not all of their cases were covered, and as a result they were unable to return."
November 27, 2023
"To dear Mohamad Salman Al-Mail, our brother in exile: We remain faithful to our principles and bear the cost of tyranny with dignity. Stay well. — Salman Al-Khaldi"
June 11, 2023
"Mohamad Al-Mail (19 years old) was sentenced to 10 years in prison for criticizing the Sunni sect... Al-Mail is now a political refugee in the United Kingdom."
June 6, 2019
"Yesterday it was confirmed to me that the tenth political asylum seeker who contacted me is Mohamad Al-Mail, and the number is increasing."
January 21, 2019
"Mohamad Al-Mail is currently outside Kuwait seeking political asylum due to the criminal court ruling issued against him."
January 26, 2018
“Give Upper Hand Organization space; it will not harm you or lead you astray. Enough defending oppressors and criminals.”
January 23, 2017
“Mohammad Al-Khaled Al-Sabah renewed the fierce campaign that failed to curb the outreach activities led by the Upper Hand Organization.”
August 30, 2016
“Upper Hand Organization has faced a fierce onslaught in recent days from the cartoonish Kuwaiti government.”
August 31, 2016
Mohamad Al-Mail has faced systematic persecution by UK authorities for his unwavering support of Palestine. He became the target of a coordinated campaign by counter-terrorism police, Zionist organizations, and British media outlets.
September 2024 — Arrest (Public Order Act 1986)
Arrested by the Metropolitan Police.
21 September 2024 — Re-arrest (Terrorism Act 2000)
Re-arrested by the Metropolitan Police.
December 10, 2024 — Bail Extended
Pre-charge bail extended for three months.
January 14, 2025 — No Further Action on Terrorism Act (First Time)
Counter-terrorism police confirmed that no further action would be taken regarding the Terrorism Act allegations.
March 23, 2025 — CPS Declines to Prosecute (Second Time)
CPS declined to prosecute under the Public Order Act.
December 17, 2025 — CPS Reverses Decision Under Police Pressure
CPS reviewed the case file and authorised a charge.
January 19, 2026 — Westminster Magistrates' Court Hearing
First appearance before Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
Counsel Rosalind Comyn (Matrix Chambers) appeared for Mohamad Al-Mail.
Indictment was read.
Plea entered: not guilty.
PTPH scheduled at Wood Green Crown Court.
Bailed unconditionally.
January 23 to February 19, 2026 — Pre-Hearing Procedural Developments
January 23, 2026: Case referred to CPS Counter Terrorism Division.
February 6, 2026: CPS sought Attorney General consent for a section 12(1A) charge.
February 13, 2026: Prosecution sought a two-week adjournment; hearing moved to February 27.
February 19, 2026: Consent was granted under the Terrorism Act 2000.
February 27, 2026 — Central Criminal Court (Old Bailey) (Adjourned Date)
Listed for a Preliminary Hearing at the Old Bailey.
Appeared before Justice Cheema-Grubb.
Counsel Rosalind Comyn (Matrix Chambers) appeared for Mohamad Al-Mail.
Indictment was read.
Case management directions given.
PTPH scheduled at Kingston-upon-Thames Crown Court on June 5, 2026.
Trial fixed to commence in October 11, 2027.
Bailed unconditionally.
Mohamad Al-Mail (December 24, 1997) is a British national and former Kuwaiti citizen born in the United States. He holds a Master's degree, is the author of several Arabic intellectual books, and a publisher of academic research. He is known for his public lectures and speeches.
This autobiography provides a glimpse into the author's personal journey within the Islamic environment, his experience as an Islamic preacher, and his intellectual transition.
This book presents a new perspective on the impossibility of establishing an Islamic state within the framework of the modern state, proposing a transitional solution theory to address this dilemma.
This book offers a reflective interpretation of selected Qur'anic verses, emphasising a methodical approach to understanding the text.
Researcher in political theory and political sociology.
Proficient instructor of advanced Islamic sciences, experienced in curriculum development and leading advanced-level courses in Usul al-Fiqh, Fiqh, Mantiq, Lugha, Tafsir al-Qur'an, and Tarikh.
Decades of experience advancing and safeguarding Islamic interests through visionary governance and strategic direction.
Trusted consultant advising leaders, governments, and institutions on political and religious matters.
Active participant in confronting War on Terror-driven state repression and supporting affected communities.
Regular contributor to media, academic events, and publications.
